"80 boxes of Christmas Decorations might be a tad too many" by: Jessica Shepard

   Yes, dear reader, you’re reading that headline correctly – 80 boxes!  And these boxes aren’t all the same relative size, but that number also doesn’t include wreath or garland storage bags either.

"Looks like a blessed holiday season" by: John Sample

   We are either at or very near record levels for the various market averages and indexes.    All that is wonderful, but it pales in comparison to the run-up in the price of Bitcoin, as it nears $100,000.    The crypto currency has been on a tear since the election.

PSA: Inflation-fighting strategies for retirees

   Inflation may run high or low, but it’s pretty much always around - and it’s particularly concerning if you’re a retiree.   How can you help protect yourself from a rising cost of living?   Start by looking at your investment portfolio.

"Reel Reviews: ‘Gladiator’ sequel well worth 20-plus-year wait" by: Jessica Shepard

   Taking characters and themes from historical accounts for entertainment purposes isn’t anything novel or new.  In fact, it’s been done since before words were officially written down – you know when everything was based on oral history.

"Itchy grass clippings remind me why I hate mowing" by: Jessica Shepard

   Do you ever have one of those moments where you remember something you’ve forgotten?    I’m not talking about a memory that perks up an hour later or even a few days.    Honestly, I’m pretty proud of my ability to recall important things in a workable timeframe.

"How quickly we moved past the election to the holidays" by: John Sample

   The Halloween decorations are down and the Christmas decorations have taken their place.      It seems all is not Merry with the market however.fIt appears the honeymoon may have been short lived.

PSA: Consider tax-smart charitable gifts

   In this holiday season and beyond, you might be thinking of making charitable gifts.   But can you still get some tax benefits with the standard deduction being so high that you may not be able to itemize?

"Reel Reviews: ‘Red One’ is better than critics are saying by a mile" by: Jessica Shepard

   While I know we haven’t even celebrated Thanksgiving yet, there is no denying that the holiday season is in full swing!  I’m always on the lookout for new festive flicks to enjoy with my family and decided to take a crack at ‘Red One’ last week.

‘Good Working Order’

   I was having lunch with a friend of mine recently and the topic of cars came up.   She told me about one of many things her dad passed on to her-always take a walk around any vehicle you’re about to drive, for safety purposes.

"Everyone should strive to be considerate of others" by: Jessica Shepard

   With about a month until we enter the holiday season in full swing, I’ve started noticing things.  I mean, there are 11 worldwide holiday moments celebrated in December and I’m not even including November’s Thanksgiving in my assessment either!